Is Los Angeles or Radnor Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Radnor Township is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 90/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 566 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 74% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Radnor Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 112.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Radnor Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 566.2 | +1,646.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 70.8 | +657.8 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 0.0 | +7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 0.0 | +40.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 0.0 | +209.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 70.8 | +400.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 495.5 | +988.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 38.3 | +334.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 404.0 | +447.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 53.1 | +206.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Radnor Township safer?
Radnor Township is safer with a total crime rate of 566 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 74% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Radnor Township has 70.8. Radnor Township has lower violent crime.
About Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, a sprawling Southern California metropolis, is a major Pacific Rim gateway, home to Hollywood's film industry. Its diverse population of nearly 4 million people resides across a vast urban landscape bordered by mountains and the Pacific Ocean. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 3,796,352, Los Angeles has a total crime rate of 2,212.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Radnor Township, PA
Radnor Township, home to Villanova University, is an affluent suburban community in southeastern Pennsylvania's Main Line. Its leafy streets and historic stone homes reflect a long-established, educated population. With a safety score of 90/100 and a population coverage of 33,908, Radnor Township has a total crime rate of 566.2 per 100,000 residents.